Tennessee has 8 hydroelectric dams, of which 8 carry a high hazard classification. The dam generates hydroelectric power by channeling water through turbines, converting the energy of flowing water into electricity.
| # | Dam | County | Height (ft) | Hazard | Condition | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Calderwood | Blount | 230 | High | Satisfactory | 1930 |
| 2 | Normandy Dam | Coffee | 110 | High | Not assessed | 1976 |
| 3 | Melton Hill Dam | Loudon | 103 | High | Not assessed | 1963 |
| 4 | Great Falls Dam | White | 92 | High | Not assessed | 1916 |
| 5 | Chilhowee | Blount | 89 | High | Fair | 1957 |
| 6 | Nickajack Dam | Marion | 81 | High | Not assessed | 1967 |
| 7 | Raccoon Mountain Saddle Dam | Marion | 40 | High | Not assessed | 1978 |
| 8 | Ocoee No. 2 Dam | Polk | 27 | High | Not assessed | 1913 |